The State Continues to Battle Increasing Drug Abuse Problem

BALTIMORE (WJZ)– More than 1200 people died from drug overdoses statewide last year. A number the state already shattered with close to 1500 back in September.
Maryland has seen it’s fair share of deadly wrecks and homicides in 2016, but officials say drug overdoses are now killing far more Americans than both — concerns that continue to grow in Baltimore City.
“This is something that affects each and every one of us,” said Baltimore City Health Commissioner Dr